Daft Punk Tribute Act DAFT FUNK LIVE To Perform In Singapore This May!

Singapore, get ready to dance under the lights! Daft Funk Live, one of the world's most prestigious Daft Punk tribute acts, is coming to Foo Chow Hall on 2nd May 2026 (Saturday), delivering a fully immersive performance that honours the legendary French duo. Presented by LAMC, the show promises a high-energy spectacle that fuses iconic electronic hits with live instruments, synchronized light shows, and jaw-dropping stage production.

'Daft Funk Live' are one of the world's most prestigious Daft Punk tribute bands – diligently constructing a LIVE accolade of Daft Punk's legendary performances and appearances. They incorporate their own synchronised light shows together with live instruments to give a truly immersive and unique experience. Their stage production is meticulously crafted, paying the utmost respect to the infamous and illusive Robots.

In light of the recent split of the official robots, these equally mysterious robots continue to pay homage to the infamous house masters by performing "Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger". Expect live renditions of selected songs from "Homework" to "RAM" and beyond with the addition of unique mixes in the revered Daft Punk style.

Singapore audiences are in for a high-energy night of electronic music, immersive visuals, and iconic dancefloor anthems – a must-see celebration of the legacy of Daft Punk! Here are all the details:

Daft Funk Live in Singapore

• Date: 2nd May 2026 (Saturday)
• Time: 8pm
• Venue: Foo Chow Hall
• Organiser: LAMC
• Ticket Prices: Early Bird: $108, Standard: $118, Early Bird Group Bundle: $98, Group Bundle: $108 (for 3 or more)
• LAMC Members Pre-Sale: 18th March 2026 (Wednesday) at 12pm SGT. Sign up for pre-sale at lamcpresents.com/daft-funk-live-in-singapore
• General Sale: 19th March 2026 (Thursday) at 12pm SGT via lamcpresents.com

Tickets will be available via www.lamcpresents.com. For all updates, follow LAMC on social media.

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Pandora’s New Eid Collection Brings Effortless Radiance To Your Raya Look

Hari Raya Aidilfitri is a time of gratitude, reflection, and joyful reunions where meaningful moments are shared with family and loved ones. This Raya, Pandora celebrates these cherished traditions with a jewellery collection designed to capture the spirit of togetherness, appreciation, and modern festive elegance.

Inspired by the beauty of Raya celebrations, from heartfelt salam moments to lively open house gatherings, Pandora's new selections from the Pandora Timeless, Pandora Moments, and Pandora Essence collections bring effortless radiance to every festive look. Featuring luminous gold tones, sparkling stones, and meaningful charms, each piece reflects the warmth and joy of the season.

Whether layered for an elegant Raya ensemble or gifted as a heartfelt token of appreciation, the pieces become part of the memories that make the season special. Charms serve as symbolic keepsakes, while timeless rings, necklaces, and bracelets add a refined finishing touch – perfect for festive styling from buka puasa evenings to Raya open house visits and balik kampung reunions. 

Discover the Raya collection in Pandora stores nationwide or online.

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Harry Styles Hits Career High With Latest Album “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.”

Following a four-year break from full-length releases, global superstar Harry Styles returned with 'Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.' on 6th March, blending disco-infused grooves with his signature emotive songwriting. The new album has shattered records, selling over 1 million physical copies in its debut week and topping charts across the world, signalling a major comeback for Styles as one of the most daring and influential artists in pop music.

'Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.' has debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 with over 430,000 units sold in the US on opening day alone. This huge debut is the pop star's fourth consecutive #1 solo album debut, extending his record as the first UK male artist, and second male artist ever, to debut at #1 on the charts with their first four albums. He has also logged the biggest first week vinyl sales for a male artist in the US, beating his third album's record, 'Harry's House'.

The debut comes hot on the heels of Style's massive international success where the album has entered charts at #1 in 19 other countries, earning the biggest selling album of the year in the UK, Australia, Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden, New Zealand, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Norway, Portugal, Canada, and Spain, while landing #1 in Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, and topping the Czech Republic Spotify Album Charts. 

It becomes Styles' third UK #1 album with 183,000 first week sales, comfortably surpassing the 113,000 copies 'Harry's House' achieved on release. It has also achieved the highest first week vinyl album sales figure for a UK artist this century. The album accomplished a rare chart double in the UK and Canada as both 'Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.' and "American Girls" have simultaneously topped the album and singles charts.

Styles celebrated his album release last week with a special "One Night in Manchester" live concert in Manchester, England, at Co-Op Live, with the show available to stream on Netflix. He also pulled double duty on Saturday Night Live this past weekend, both hosting and serving as musical guest.

Next up for Styles is his Together, Together tour, which will include 67 stops in Amsterdam, London, São Paulo, Mexico City, New York, Melbourne, and Sydney from May through December. Highlights on the run include 30 shows at New York's Madison Square Garden and a12-night run at Wembley Stadium. Special guests include Robyn, Shania Twain, Fcukers, Jorja Smith, Jamie xx, Fousheé, and Skye Newman across select dates. 

For more information, visit here for a full list of dates. Watch "One Night in Manchester" here.

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Mandopop Icon Jay Chou Announces New Album “Children Of The Sun” Coming Out 25th March

One of the most anticipated moments in Mandopop this year is fast approaching! After much teasing, global superstar Jay Chou (周杰倫) announced his 16th studio album, "太陽之子 (Children of the Sun)", which is set for release on 25th March 2026 (Wednesday) across all digital platforms worldwide.

The announcement follows the surprise release of the first teaser, which immediately sparked excitement among fans, who have been actively decoding visual clues and speculating about the new music. Marking his first full-length album in over three years, the project brings together 12 brand-new songs, along with a special bonus track, "Christmas Star", for a total of 13 tracks.

SOURCE: UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP

The album's title track, "Children of the Sun", will be accompanied by a nearly seven-minute cinematic music video, featuring a blend of striking visuals, animation and high-end post-production. The video will have its global premiere in theatres on 24th March 2026 (Tuesday), where media and fans will be invited to experience the project ahead of the official album release.

The title "Children of the Sun" carries a personal story. The phrase was originally coined by legendary singer Jacky Cheung (張學友), who gave Jay the nickname during his 2023 concerts in Hong Kong. Despite persistent rain in the days leading up to the shows, the weather would clear just before each performance. Cheung later sent Jay a handwritten note along with mangoes labelled "Children of the Sun," playfully recognising his seemingly lucky streak. Jay later shared that the gesture "brought sunshine to his heart," and jokingly said he would "claim the title." The phrase has now become the name of his new album, symbolising positivity, energy and creative vitality.

SOURCE: JVR MUSIC

SOURCE: UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP

In the lead-up to the release, a series of daily teasers will be unveiled from 18th March (Wednesday) to 23rd March 2026 (Monday), offering a glimpse into the album's sonic and visual world. Each track has been conceived as a distinct artistic expression, with Jay exploring new vocal textures and styles to capture different shades of "sunlight" — from warmth and introspection to intensity and movement.

The album artwork and music video were filmed at Chapelle Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc in Paris, which also serves as a key setting for the MV. The production team meticulously recreated 19th-century set design to match the narrative atmosphere, transforming the location into a dramatic visual environment. Shot at night, the production deployed nine cranes for large-scale exterior lighting, illuminating the church's stained glass to create a dark, mysterious and cinematic tone.

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In recent months, Jay has been sharing updates with fans on social media and reflecting on the creative process behind the album. "Just because my last album was in 2022 doesn't mean I spent three or four years writing this one," he said. "I slowed down my pace of life and let music come naturally — writing when inspiration came, recording when I had time, and filming when possible. Ironically, the most productive period was after my tour ended." He added with a laugh, "If I didn't tour, play basketball, or wait for lyrics from Vincent Fang, maybe I could finish an album in a month." Now, with the project complete, he summed it up: "The best part is… It's finally here."

"Children of the Sun" will be released worldwide on 25th March 2026 (Wednesday) across all digital platforms, followed by a worldwide physical release on 10th April 2026 (Friday). Jay Chou is a long-standing partner of Universal Music Group, with UMG supporting the international distribution and promotion of his music.

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Swarovski’s Second Capsule Collection With Ariana Grande Is​ An Ode To Nature

Swarovski has unveiled its second creative collaboration with pop icon and global brand ambassador Ariana Grande. Co-created by Ariana Grande and Swarovski Global Creative Director Giovanna Engelbert, the new capsule collection is an ode to nature and its inspiration for self-expression. 

Set in the fantasy world of Ariana's Garden, the latest campaign evokes the feeling of pure poetic wonder. Ariana radiates star power and confidence in the bold and joyful visuals, captured by long-time collaborators Mert and Marcus. The 29-piece collection is infused with Ariana's ethereal spirit and her distinctive personal style, brought to life by Swarovski's signature savoir-faire.

Interpretations of dragonflies and flowers, both literal and abstract, come together in a fun, sparkly celebration of nature. Rainbow-hued stones shine alongside delicate crystal pearls, embellished in an array of cuts and mixed metals, while crystal butterflies adorn brooches, hair accessories, and figurines.

"This capsule is a world Ariana and I created together," Engelbert shared. "After last year's collection, which was more timeless and classic, this one moves fully into her dreamy, magical universe. The fantasy‑garden imagery and the inspiration of the Aurora Borealis, with its shifting light and iridescent colours, are translated into the jewellery through crystal play, delicate pearls, and refined craftsmanship. It's about emotion, transformation, and magic, grounded in Swarovski's savoir‑faire – and it's always such a joy to work with her."

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"I'm so thankful to Giovanna and Swarovski, for this beautiful collaboration," Grande said. "This capsule is inspired by nature and the magic that exists everywhere around us on this extraordinary planet! We wanted to design a collection that brings a bit more colour, wonder and playfulness into our everyday lives, as well as reminds us to appreciate the beauty that constantly surrounds us. I'm so excited for you all to enjoy it!"

The second much-anticipated collaboration is available from 18th March at Swarovski stores and online.

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Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyu Vin & Han Yu Jin Reportedly Debuting In New Group In May

It appears that fans won't have to wait long to see former ZEROBASEONE (제로베이스원) members Zhang Hao (장하오), Ricky (리키), Kim Gyu Vin (김규빈) and Han Yu Jin (한유진) back on stage. According to recent reports, the four idols are gearing up to re-debut in a new group.

On 18th March 2026 (Wednesday), news reports emerged that the four K-pop stars are preparing to debut in a new group named NDOUBLE (앤더블) on 26th May 2026 (Tuesday). Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyu Vin and Han Yu Jin had recently concluded their activities with ZEROBASEONE, following the group's encore concert last weekend.

SOURCES: TWITTER (@ZB1_official)

According to the report, NDOUBLE will also include additional members. However, the final lineup and total number of members are still undecided. Their agency, YH Entertainment, has commented on the reports, confirming that the four are preparing for their debut. The company also added that it will share more details later.

This marks Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyu Vin and Han Yu Jin's second debut after their debut with ZEROBASEONE. The quartet parted ways with the group and WAKEONE after their contract expired and returned to YH Entertainment. Fans have reacted to the news, expressing excitement about Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyu Vin and Han Yu Jin's upcoming activities.

SOURCE: TWITTER (@kconusa)

SOURCE: TWITTER (@ZB1_official)

Meanwhile, ZEROBASEONE will continue group activities with the remaining five members, Sung Han Bin (성한빈), Kim Ji Woong (김지웅), Seok Matthew (석매튜), Kim Tae Rae (김태래) and Park Gun Wook (박건욱). The quintet are also preparing to make a comeback later this May, marking their first return since the group reorganisation.

With both former and current ZEROBASEONE members set to release new music in May, fans are now hoping for the possibility of overlapping promotions. Nevertheless, we wish NDOUBLE a successful debut and ZEROBASEONE a successful comeback.

Sources: Soompi (1)(2)

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Police Increase Security For BTS Concert After Citing Possible Safety Threats

We're just days away from BTS's (방탄소년단) long-awaited comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square, which is set to be one of the biggest musical events in K-pop history. While fans gear up to welcome the boys back to the stage, the police are gearing up to keep the whole thing under control.

Earlier this week, reports shared that the South Korean police are increasing security for the concert, which takes place on 21st March (Saturday), due to possible safety threats. The government had previously announced several safety measures for the event, but is looking to step up its plans amid the recent unstable international situation.

SOURCE: BIGHIT MUSIC

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According to the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, special police forces will inspect the concert venue, and an analysis team will assess any reported threats in real time. The authorities are also concerned about possible bomb threats, noting that they could disrupt the event. The police stressed that they will strictly enforce civil liability for any public threats.

The government is also raising the terror alert level in the Jongno-gu and Jong-gu areas of Seoul, bringing it up from "attention" to "caution". The South Korean government classifies its terror alert system into four levels: attention, caution, alert and serious, based on the threat level. The new terror alert level remains in effect until the end of the concert.

In addition to the previous safety measures, the government is also preparing more blockades around the venue to prevent unwanted incidents. Reports say the authorities will use police buses and water barricades to block surrounding roads. Relevant agencies will also install metal detectors at 30 entrances to stop guests from bringing dangerous items into the venue.

In the meantime, BTS released the first teaser for their comeback title track, "SWIM", increasing hype for their return. The song and their album "ARIRANG", which is also their tenth studio album overall, will drop on 20th March 2026 (Friday).

Sources: Yonhap, Korea JoongAng, The Star

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